Quiz: Which Character Are You?

Are you headstrong and self-sacrificial like the protagonist, Iliya? Are you idealistic and persuasive like her love-interest, Reth? Or are you brilliant and innovative like her friend, Alisha? Take this quiz to find out!

1. How would your friends describe you?

   A. Stubborn, fiercely loyal to loved ones, uncompromising ethics

   B. Deep thinker, strategic planner, diplomatic and charming

   C. Brilliant scholar, scientific mind, friendly and talkative

   D. Uses humor to hide pain
   

2. Which of these foods would you like best?

   A. Kuri kinton (candied chestnuts and mashed sweet potatoes)

   B. Cinnamon ghee on paratha

   C. Chocolate

   D. Sake
   

3. Which of these colors do you like best?

   A. Earthy neutrals

   B. Gray

   C. Pink and yellow

   D. Red
   

4. Which element do you relate to the most?

   A. Earth

   B. Water

   C. Air

   D. Fire
   

5. What is/was your favorite subject in school?

   A. Something practical, like home economics

   B. Philosophy, political science, and social studies

   C. Science and engineering

   D. I’m more street smart than book smart
   

6. What’s your biggest turn-off?

   A. Greed / selfishness

   B. Lying / deception

   C. Betrayal

   D. Cowardice
   

7. What do you look for in a romantic partner?

   A. Confidence

   B. Conviction

   C. Compassion

   D. Conscience
   

8. What’s your favorite hobby?

   A. Gardening

   B. Writing

   C. Taking extra science classes

   D. Dancing

9. What would you do if someone close to you betrayed you?

   A. Rely on myself: I can be independent, even with an ache in my heart

   B. Get really angry, yell and storm off, then pretend like nothing happened the next day

   C. Cry, say things I’ll regret later, then apologize profusely

   D. Leave them forever and don't look back

Iliya, image by Sylvia Frost, The Book Brander

Answer Key

Mostly As: You’re like Iliya! You’re strong, courageous, stubborn, and principled. You stand by your convictions, but you’re always ready to sacrifice for your loved ones. You trust your instincts, and you’re incredibly practical and resourceful.

Mostly Bs: You’re like Reth! You enjoy deep philosophical thinking, and you dream big. You have a big heart to match, and when you fall for someone, you fall hard. You plan ahead, you’re charming and charismatic, and you’re a born leader.  

Mostly Cs: You’re like Alisha! You have a brilliant mind and love figuring out how things work. You probably got all As in school! You’re friendly and enthusiastic with infectious cheerfulness, and you prefer following the rules.

Mostly Ds: You’re like Meihui! You’re irreverent, witty, and street-smart. Many underestimate you, but that’s just because you have your own style. You’re incredibly savvy, and you have little patience for cowardice or weak-willed followers. You believe people should stand up for what they believe in, even when it hurts.

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